Patents by Inventor Christian Gerdes
Christian Gerdes has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
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Publication number: 20240126271Abstract: The present invention relates to systems and methods for vehicles to closely follow one another safely through partial automation. Following closely behind another vehicle has significant fuel savings benefits, but is unsafe when done manually by the driver. On the opposite end of the spectrum, fully autonomous solutions require inordinate amounts of technology, and a level of robustness that is currently not cost effective.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 17, 2022Publication date: April 18, 2024Applicant: Peloton Technology, Inc.Inventors: Joshua P. Switkes, Joseph Christian Gerdes, Eugene Berdichevsky
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Publication number: 20240077887Abstract: Systems and methods for coordinating and controlling vehicles, for example heavy trucks, to follow closely behind each other, or linking, in a convenient, safe manner and thus to save significant amounts of fuel while increasing safety. In an embodiment, on-board controllers in each vehicle interact with vehicular sensors to monitor and control, for example, relative distance, relative acceleration/deceleration, and speed. Additional safety features in at least some embodiments include providing each driver with one or more visual displays of forward and rearward looking cameras. Long-range communications are provided for coordinating vehicles for linking, and for communicating analytics to fleet managers or others.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 27, 2023Publication date: March 7, 2024Applicant: Peloton Technology, Inc.Inventors: JOSHUA P. SWITKES, JOSEPH CHRISTIAN GERDES, EUGENE BERDICHEVSKY
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Patent number: 11614752Abstract: Systems and methods for coordinating and controlling vehicles, for example heavy trucks, to follow closely behind each other, or linking, in a convenient, safe manner and thus to save significant amounts of fuel while increasing safety. In an embodiment, on-board controllers in each vehicle interact with vehicular sensors to monitor and control, for example, relative distance, relative acceleration/deceleration, and speed. Additional safety features in at least some embodiments include providing each driver with one or more visual displays of forward and rearward looking cameras. Long-range communications are provided for coordinating vehicles for linking, and for communicating analytics to fleet managers or others.Type: GrantFiled: May 31, 2019Date of Patent: March 28, 2023Assignee: PELOTON TECHNOLOGY, INC.Inventors: Joshua P. Switkes, Joseph Christian Gerdes, Eugene Berdichevsky
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Patent number: 11474538Abstract: The present invention relates to systems and methods for vehicles to closely follow one another safely through partial automation. Following closely behind another vehicle has significant fuel savings benefits, but is unsafe when done manually by the driver. On the opposite end of the spectrum, fully autonomous solutions require inordinate amounts of technology, and a level of robustness that is currently not cost effective.Type: GrantFiled: January 31, 2019Date of Patent: October 18, 2022Assignee: Peloton Technology, Inc.Inventors: Joshua P. Switkes, Joseph Christian Gerdes, Eugene Berdichevsky
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Publication number: 20220031871Abstract: The present application relates to antibodies which bind specifically to chelated radionuclides, including bispecific antibodies, It further relates to the use of such bispecific antibodies in applications such as radioimmunoimaging and radioimmunotherapy. It additionally relates to clearing agents and useful in such methods.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 16, 2019Publication date: February 3, 2022Applicants: Hoffmann-La Roche Inc., Orano Med SASInventors: Julien TORGUE, Paul JUREK, Federico ROJAS-QUIJANO, Garry E. KIEFER, Olivier FREYTAG, Christian GERDES, Christian KLEIN, Pablo UMANA, Alexander HAAS, Sofia FROST, Amal SAIDI, Tapan NAYAK
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Patent number: 10732645Abstract: The present invention relates to a method and system for enabling vehicles to closely follow one another through partial automation. Following closely behind another vehicle can have significant fuel savings benefits, but is unsafe when done manually by the driver. By directly commanding the engine torque and braking of the following vehicle while controlling the gap between vehicles using a sensor system, and additionally using a communication link between vehicles that allows information about vehicle actions, such as braking events, to be anticipated by the following vehicle, a Semi-Autonomous Vehicular Convoying System that enables vehicles to follow closely together in a safe, efficient and convenient manner may be achieved.Type: GrantFiled: November 13, 2018Date of Patent: August 4, 2020Assignee: Peloton Technology, Inc.Inventors: Joshua P. Switkes, Joseph Christian Gerdes
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Publication number: 20200197492Abstract: The present invention provides combinations of (a) an immunoconjugate comprising a first antibody engineered to have reduced effector function and an effector moiety, and (b) a second antibody engineered to have increased effector function, for use in treating a disease in an individual in need thereof. Further provided are pharmaceutical compositions comprising the combinations, and methods of using them.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 2, 2020Publication date: June 25, 2020Applicant: Roche Glycart AGInventors: Christian GERDES, Christian KLEIN, Valeria G. NICOLINI, Pablo UMANA
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Patent number: 10603360Abstract: The present invention provides combinations of (a) an immunoconjugate comprising a first antibody engineered to have reduced effector function and an effector moiety, and (b) a second antibody engineered to have increased effector function, for use in treating a disease in an individual in need thereof. Further provided are pharmaceutical compositions comprising the combinations, and methods of using them.Type: GrantFiled: November 16, 2016Date of Patent: March 31, 2020Assignee: Roche Glycart AGInventors: Christian Gerdes, Christian Klein, Valeria G. Nicolini, Pablo Umana
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Publication number: 20200095313Abstract: The present invention relates to a pharmaceutical product for the treatment of a proliferative disease, comprising the combination of an antibody, or an antigen-binding portion thereof, that specifically binds to human CD40; and a PD-L1 antibody; and optionally a 3rd component which comprises as an active ingredient a cytokine inhibitor.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 11, 2019Publication date: March 26, 2020Applicant: Hoffmann-La Roche Inc.Inventors: Emily Rana CORSE, Olivier FREYTAG, Christian GERDES, Marine LE CLECH, Hyam LEVITSKY, Marion OTT, Martin STERN, Wei XU
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Publication number: 20190361465Abstract: The present invention relates to a method and system for enabling vehicles to closely follow one another through partial automation. Following closely behind another vehicle can have significant fuel savings benefits, but is unsafe when done manually by the driver. By directly commanding the engine torque and braking of the following vehicle while controlling the gap between vehicles using a sensor system, and additionally using a communication link between vehicles that allows information about vehicle actions, such as braking events, to be anticipated by the following vehicle, a Semi-Autonomous Vehicular Convoying System that enables vehicles to follow closely together in a safe, efficient and convenient manner may be achieved.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 13, 2018Publication date: November 28, 2019Applicant: Peloton Technology, Inc.Inventors: Joshua P. Switkes, Joseph Christian Gerdes
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Patent number: 10481614Abstract: Systems and methods for coordinating and controlling vehicles, for example heavy trucks, to follow closely behind each other, or linking, in a convenient, safe manner and thus to save significant amounts of fuel while increasing safety. In an embodiment, on-board controllers in each vehicle interact with vehicular sensors to monitor and control, for example, relative distance, relative acceleration/deceleration, and speed. Additional safety features in at least some embodiments include providing each driver with one or more visual displays of forward and rearward looking cameras. Long-range communications are provided for coordinating vehicles for linking, and for communicating analytics to fleet managers or others.Type: GrantFiled: May 8, 2017Date of Patent: November 19, 2019Assignee: PELOTON TECHNOLOGY, INC.Inventors: Joshua P. Switkes, Joseph Christian Gerdes, Eugene Berdichevsky
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Publication number: 20190346863Abstract: Systems and methods for coordinating and controlling vehicles, for example heavy trucks, to follow closely behind each other, or linking, in a convenient, safe manner and thus to save significant amounts of fuel while increasing safety. In an embodiment, on-board controllers in each vehicle interact with vehicular sensors to monitor and control, for example, relative distance, relative acceleration/deceleration, and speed. Additional safety features in at least some embodiments include providing each driver with one or more visual displays of forward and rearward looking cameras. Long-range communications are provided for coordinating vehicles for linking, and for communicating analytics to fleet managers or others.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 31, 2019Publication date: November 14, 2019Inventors: JOSHUA P. SWITKES, JOSEPH CHRISTIAN GERDES
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Publication number: 20190346862Abstract: Systems and methods for coordinating and controlling vehicles, for example heavy trucks, to follow closely behind each other, or linking, in a convenient, safe manner and thus to save significant amounts of fuel while increasing safety. In an embodiment, on-board controllers in each vehicle interact with vehicular sensors to monitor and control, for example, relative distance, relative acceleration/deceleration, and speed. Additional safety features in at least some embodiments include providing each driver with one or more visual displays of forward and rearward looking cameras. Long-range communications are provided for coordinating vehicles for linking, and for communicating analytics to fleet managers or others.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 31, 2019Publication date: November 14, 2019Inventors: JOSHUA P. SWITKES, JOSEPH CHRISTIAN GERDES, EUGENE BERDICHEVSKY
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Publication number: 20190346864Abstract: Systems and methods for coordinating and controlling vehicles, for example heavy trucks, to follow closely behind each other, or linking, in a convenient, safe manner and thus to save significant amounts of fuel while increasing safety. In an embodiment, on-board controllers in each vehicle interact with vehicular sensors to monitor and control, for example, relative distance, relative acceleration/deceleration, and speed. Additional safety features in at least some embodiments include providing each driver with one or more visual displays of forward and rearward looking cameras. Long-range communications are provided for coordinating vehicles for linking, and for communicating analytics to fleet managers or others.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 31, 2019Publication date: November 14, 2019Inventors: JOSHUA P. SWITKES, JOSEPH CHRISTIAN GERDES, EUGENE BERDICHEVSKY, Dave Frederick Lyons, Stephen Norris Boyd
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Publication number: 20190346861Abstract: Systems and methods for coordinating and controlling vehicles, for example heavy trucks, to follow closely behind each other, or linking, in a convenient, safe manner and thus to save significant amounts of fuel while increasing safety. In an embodiment, on-board controllers in each vehicle interact with vehicular sensors to monitor and control, for example, relative distance, relative acceleration/deceleration, and speed. Additional safety features in at least some embodiments include providing each driver with one or more visual displays of forward and rearward looking cameras. Long-range communications are provided for coordinating vehicles for linking, and for communicating analytics to fleet managers or others.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 31, 2019Publication date: November 14, 2019Inventors: JOSHUA P. SWITKES, JOSEPH CHRISTIAN GERDES
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Publication number: 20190179341Abstract: The present invention relates to systems and methods for vehicles to closely follow one another safely through partial automation. Following closely behind another vehicle has significant fuel savings benefits, but is unsafe when done manually by the driver. On the opposite end of the spectrum, fully autonomous solutions require inordinate amounts of technology, and a level of robustness that is currently not cost effective.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 31, 2019Publication date: June 13, 2019Applicant: Peloton Technology, Inc.Inventors: Joshua P. Switkes, Joseph Christian Gerdes, Eugene Berdichevsky
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Publication number: 20190171229Abstract: The present invention relates to systems and methods for vehicles to closely follow one another safely through partial automation. Following closely behind another vehicle has significant fuel savings benefits, but is unsafe when done manually by the driver. On the opposite end of the spectrum, fully autonomous solutions require inordinate amounts of technology, and a level of robustness that is currently not cost effective.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 31, 2019Publication date: June 6, 2019Applicant: Peloton Technology, Inc.Inventors: Joshua P. Switkes, Joseph Christian Gerdes, Eugene Berdichevsky
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Publication number: 20190171230Abstract: The present invention relates to systems and methods for vehicles to closely follow one another safely through partial automation. Following closely behind another vehicle has significant fuel savings benefits, but is unsafe when done manually by the driver. On the opposite end of the spectrum, fully autonomous solutions require inordinate amounts of technology, and a level of robustness that is currently not cost effective.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 31, 2019Publication date: June 6, 2019Applicant: Peloton Technology, Inc.Inventors: Joshua P. Switkes, Joseph Christian Gerdes, Eugene Berdichevsky
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Publication number: 20190171231Abstract: The present invention relates to systems and methods for vehicles to closely follow one another safely through partial automation. Following closely behind another vehicle has significant fuel savings benefits, but is unsafe when done manually by the driver. On the opposite end of the spectrum, fully autonomous solutions require inordinate amounts of technology, and a level of robustness that is currently not cost effective.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 31, 2019Publication date: June 6, 2019Applicant: Peloton Technology, Inc.Inventors: Joshua P. Switkes, Joseph Christian Gerdes, Eugene Berdichevsky
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Publication number: 20190171228Abstract: The present invention relates to systems and methods for vehicles to closely follow one another safely through partial automation. Following closely behind another vehicle has significant fuel savings benefits, but is unsafe when done manually by the driver. On the opposite end of the spectrum, fully autonomous solutions require inordinate amounts of technology, and a level of robustness that is currently not cost effective.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 31, 2019Publication date: June 6, 2019Applicant: Peloton Technology, Inc.Inventors: Joshua P. Switkes, Joseph Christian Gerdes, Eugene Berdichevsky